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The spectacular English Riviera Airshow will return the first weekend in June. Make a weekend of it and stay over to explore all that the English…- Paignton Festival (formally Torbay Carnival) takes place at the end of July/early August.
- The Devon Train of Lights is an illuminated festive spectacle guaranteed to wow new and returning visitors of all ages.
- In September every year, England's Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses.
- From 6th-21st June 2026, the English Riviera Walking Festival will take over the Bay once more. Join us as we discover the hidden treasures from…
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Dates
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- 9 July 2026to30 July 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3HFTelephone
01803 665800Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 9 July 2026to30 July 2026Various Opening Times
A Dramatic Agatha Christie Experience on the English Riviera in 2026
Agatha Christie fans should head to the English Riviera’s Palace Theatre in 2026 where an adaptation of one of Christie’s finest murder mystery novels will be staged.
Towards Zero…Type
Type:
Murder Mystery
Dates
- From:
- 23 July 2026to2 Aug 2026
- From:
- 26 July 2026
- From:
- 29 July 2026
Address
Paignton Green and other locations, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6BNTelephone
01803 900108Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 23 July 2026to2 Aug 2026
- From:
- 26 July 2026
- From:
- 29 July 2026
Paignton Festival is run by a small team of dedicated volunteers, who rely solely off donations from the public and local businesses and traders. Without financial support from them they would be unable to put on this successful event every year.
Type
Type:
Community
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
Dates
- From:
- 31 July 2026to2 Aug 2026
Address
Dartmouth Road, Churston Ferrers, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 0JTTelephone
01803 853989Brixham
Dates
- From:
- 31 July 2026to2 Aug 2026
Torbay Steam Fair in South Devon provides three days of attractions for the whole family and has grown to become one of the biggest in the area. While principally a Steam Fair, the gathering has expanded its attractions to its vintage brothers and…
Type
Type:
Car & Motor Vehicles
Dates
- From:
- 27 Nov 2026to30 Dec 2026
Address
Queen's Park Station, Torbay Road, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 6AFTelephone
01803 555872PAIGNTON
Dates
- From:
- 27 Nov 2026to30 Dec 2026
The multi award-winning Christmas experience and the UK's first ever steam train of lights! The Christmas Train of Lights is now the must-see event in the South West festive calendar and of course the 2026 show will capture the magic of our previous…
Type
Type:
Christmas
Dates
- From:
- 18 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026
Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 18 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026
5 Days of free children's entertainment on Paignton Green. Including Craft activities, Mascots, Sandcastle competitions and a full day of Sci Fi characters and movie cars.
Pay us a visit and enjoy the craft workshops, cookery kitchen, daily stage…
Type
Type:
Children's
Dates
- From:
- 4 June 2027to6 June 2027
Address
Paignton Green, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AGPaignton
Dates
- From:
- 4 June 2027to6 June 2027
The naturally inspiring sky of the English Riviera is ready to host the Bays flagship event.
From Friday 29 May to Sunday 31 May 2026, the skies above the Bay’s stunning natural amphitheatre will once again come alive with some of the world’s…
Type
Type:
Air / Air Show
Dates
- From:
- 9 Aug 2026
Address
Torbay Showground, Brixham Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7BHPaignton
Dates
- From:
- 9 Aug 2026
🎪 Welcome to FamFest Live – The Ultimate Family Festival Experience! 🎉
❤️ Kids Go Free (Under 10) - Tickets required ❤️
Get ready, UK – something magical is coming your way! FamFest Live is more than just a day out – it’s an all-singing,…
Type
Type:
Festival
Dates
- From:
- 4 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
Address
Paignton Library and Information Centre - Visitor Information Point, Great Western Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5AGTelephone
01803 714460Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 4 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
Join us for a fun taste testing morning; try food from around the world and the UK and vote for your favourite.
Which snack will come out on top?
Followed by fondant shaping and cupcake decorating.
Ages 13-19Type
Type:
Young Adults & Teenagers
Dates
- From:
- 26 July 2026
Address
Paignton Sea Front, Esplanade Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6BQTelephone
07922 772640Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 26 July 2026
With the current layout the show is more a part of the Paignton Festival than ever. The display of fabulous vehicles is complemented by stage entertainment through the day, food outlets, a craft marquee and licensed bar. We’re still able to…
Type
Type:
Car & Motor Vehicles
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